Western Cape
The Obvious Problem With CapeXit’s Plans To Make Western Cape Independent [Video]
31 May 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
CapeXit is “an independent/non-political movement for all people”, according to the website, seeking to “have the Cape Region of South Africa declared as an Independent Country”.
There’s A Serious Legal Battle Brewing In The Matroosberg
25 May 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
The Western Cape government is insisting that a road in the Matroosberg area should remain closed to protect the area’s biodiversity, but the owners of the Matroosberg Private Nature Reserve don’t agree.
Seven Out Of 10: Latest Murder Hotspot Stats Terrible News For Western Cape
11 Mar 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Despite the national lockdown, many violent crimes have been on the rise in South Africa, and especially in parts of the Western Cape.
Western Cape Government Wants These Lockdown Restrictions Changed
21 Jan 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Premier Alan Winde has written to Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize to request that the national government considers relaxing a number of lockdown restrictions.
What The Western Cape’s Vaccine Rollout Plan Looks Like
14 Jan 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
The Western Cape government has outlined its three-phase plans for vaccine distribution, as well as how the process should unfold.
Latest On The Possible Western Cape ‘Mini-Lockdown’
01 Dec 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The NCCC will meet today to map out a way to deal with COVID-19 hotspots, which could include localised ‘mini-lockdowns’.
They’re Talking About A Western Cape ‘Mini-Lockdown’
30 Nov 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Whilst it’s currently being seen as a last resort, there have been discussions around implementing a “mini-lockdown” in areas of the Western Cape.
“Potentially Explosive Situation” – Western Cape Health Department On Worrying Numbers [Audio]
25 Nov 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The Western Cape Health Department’s chief of operations, Dr. Saadiq Kariem, has warned that the province is grappling with a number of cluster outbreaks.
It’s Been A While Since We’ve Covered A Daytime Jewellery Store Heist [Videos]
12 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Yesterday, two jewellery heists played out in two different provinces, with both ending in gunfire.
Municipalities Ranked – Western Cape “Head And Shoulders Above The Rest”
11 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The latest Municipal Financial Sustainability Index paints a dismal picture of South Africa’s municipalities.
Is The Curve Flattening In The Western Cape?
30 Jul 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
During a provincial government press briefing yesterday, the data presented shows the Western Cape with a steady decline in cases.
Comparing Cape Town’s COVID-19 Mortality Rate To The Rest Of The World
03 Jul 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Using the data available thus far, epidemiologist Professor Andrew Boulle has looked at Cape Town’s COVID-19 mortality rate, and how that compares to some of the world’s hardest-hit areas.
Western Cape’s COVID-19 Cases Due To Peak Soon
19 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Residents of the Western Cape are encouraged to stay vigilant as lockdown restrictions ease, alongside a predicted peak in COVID-19 cases.
Western Cape “Will Be Three Times Worse” – Get Ready For The ‘Big Wave’
08 Jun 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Whilst the Western Cape is weeks ahead of the rest of the country in terms of surges in cases, the worst is still to come.
COVID-19 Data Shows Western Cape Three Weeks Ahead Of Rest Of Country
03 Jun 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
One projection shows that as many as 9 300 people in the province could die from COVID-19 in the next six months.
One In 200 – The Cape’s Hotspots Are Getting Worse
27 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As the extent of the COVID-19 outbreak in the Cape becomes clearer, some confusion around what will happen on June 1 remains.
The ‘Riddle’: Daily Maverick Digs Deep Into Why Western Cape Has Such High COVID-19 Numbers
21 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The latest COVID-19 stats for the country show the Western Cape accounted for 11 262 of the country’s total 18 003 cases, which is more than 60%, and the same is true for the death toll.
Coronavirus Hits Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs
11 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Six more cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in South Africa, including one in Cape Town.
This Online High School Could Have A Big Impact On SA’s Education Woes
15 Jan 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
It’s the first week of school and thousands of learners are still waiting to be placed in high schools across the country. Don’t let your child get left behind.
Zero Tourists – International Travel Journalist Finds Out About The Western Cape’s Secret Season
16 Sep 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Sometimes it pays to skip the busiest months, which was certainly the case with this international travel journalist.
An Update for Airbnb Owners Worried About Those New Regulations
15 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Entities in the hospitality industry have called on government to regulate Airbnb, while others disagree with the proposed regulations.
You Can Forget About Them Finishing That Section Of The N2 Near Caledon
29 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Four highway projects in South Africa have been left unfinished, after two construction companies went bust. That includes the road out near Caledon.
2014 Versus 2019 – How The Election Could Play Out In Each Province
15 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
As we get ready to vote in May, let’s take a look at what the 2014 results might say about the outcome of the 2019 elections.
The Top Casinos in The Western Cape
13 Dec 2018 by Damon Sivitilli / No Comments
The Western Cape is well known for its beautiful coastlines, breathtaking mountains and sporting events, but not many people know that it is also home to some fantastic casinos.
Would The Western Cape Succeed With Its Own Currency? A London School Of Economics Study
25 Oct 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If the Western Cape seceded from the rest of South Africa, and created the Cape Rand, would it benefit financially?
DA Versus ANC In Western Cape – Latest Polling Numbers Are In
17 Jul 2018 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments
The Western Cape has been under DA governance for a while now, but the latest poll numbers show that they should take nothing for granted.
Brutal Early Morning Cape Mosque Attack Shocks Community
14 Jun 2018 by Nereesha Patel / No Comments
Just a day before Eid, two people have been killed and others injured in a brutal knife attack at a mosque early this morning.
Why Did Patricia De Lille Shut Down The City of Cape Town’s Special Investigations Unit?
29 Sep 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
As corruption continues to rears its ugly head at the very top of SA’s political food chain, there’s some suspicious activity going on at a provincial level, too.
Friday Morning Spice
01 Sep 2017 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
WC ‘day zero’ water plan kicks in. iPhone 8 launch date. Global banks create digital currency. Texas flood piano man goes viral. Bourdain’s book too hot for Twitter. Dirty Dancing today. Online dating is a farce. Kardashian something.
BREAKING: Western Cape Schools Are Officially Closed Tomorrow Thanks To The Storm
06 Jun 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
It’s official: schools in the Western Cape will be closed tomorrow. Wee rate that means businesses should be, too.
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